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Freezing roads could create problems for drivers

By Jay Plyburn, Anchor/Reporter

Published On: Dec 28 2012 09:33:20 PM CST

ROGERS, Ark. -

The white Christmas many were hoping for in Northwest Arkansas finally arrived! It was just a few days late. Some parts of Benton and Washington counties even had blizzard-like conditions on Friday afternoon, which made driving through town a little more challenging.

Now, drivers face a new challenge because of the weather. Roads are expected to freeze as the temperatures continue to drop.

40/29 News spoke with drivers to see if they had advice for people who are forced to drive on the slick roads.

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